News / 2021
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4BR Friday Interview with Steve Greenall
June 18, 2021
We talk to the CEO of Warwick Music Group and the Chair of the Music Industries Association to find out more about supporting grass roots banding, the launch of a publishing partnership and what the state of the retailer music industry is at present.
4BR Weekend Quiz: It's all about the auld enemy...
June 18, 2021
See if you can come up with the five answers to our quiz to win a great selection box of brass band CDs.
Besson Fridays at Home: Episode 23
June 18, 2021
David Childs and David Morton talks about their musical lives with Philip, Roger and Steve tonight at 6.00pm.
IBBSS Course cancelled
June 18, 2021
The popular International Brass Band Summer School Course in Swansea has been cancelled due to ongoing Covid-19 concerns.
No Bars Music...
June 18, 2021
A new photographic exhibition is set to open in Leicester challenging our perceptions of inclusivity and diversity in music making.
Wareham links to Northern Quarters
June 18, 2021
Composer Andy Wareham becomes the Composer in Association with the award winning Northern Quarters Quartet.
Report & Results: 2021 SWBBA Online Solo & Quartet Contest
June 18, 2021
There were over 200 performances from across the globe to enjoy by tuning in online to the recent South West Brass Band Association Solo & Quartet Contest.
4BR Thursday Interview with Oliver Waespi
June 17, 2021
4BR talks to the Swiss composer about his latest work 'Volatile Gravity' for drum set and orchestra which is to be premiered this weekend in Basle.
Parsons musical tribute to great-grandfather
June 17, 2021
A new work written by Emmy Award winning composer Bruce Broughton has just been premiered by euphonium player Micah Parsons and brought to life in an evocative multimedia production.
Plastic fantastic for BBE youth boost
June 17, 2021
Warwick Music Group and Denis Wick Products have donated £5,000 worth of free plastic mouthpieces to help Brass Bands England inspire the next generation of young players.
Gresswell returns to Hammonds
June 17, 2021
One of the banding movement's most experienced players returns to the sauce of his success...
Jersey enjoys brass banding return
June 17, 2021
Jersey Premier Brass recently made a wonderful return to live performance on their home island.
New recording to celebrate JSVB legacy
June 17, 2021
The first of a series of download albums aims to pay musical tribute to the musical talents of the unique James Shepherd Versatile Brass ensemble.
BBE reiterates DCMS guidance following restrictions extension
June 16, 2021
Brass Bands England reconfirms its position in regard to English bands in relation to Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Covid-19 guidance.
Death of Alan Lawton
June 15, 2021
The death has been announced of the hugely respected former Fairey Band player, conductor, adjudicator, administrator and teacher.
4BR Tuesday Interview with Sam Fisher
June 15, 2021
We talk to Sam Fisher of Brass Bands England about the importance of ensuring bands have a robust and comprehensive understanding of Safeguarding policies and procedures.
International line-up for conducting final
June 15, 2021
Four high class conductors look to add a brass band title to their impressive CVs.
Cloudcatcher centrepiece for Black Dyke at Halifax Festival
June 15, 2021
Two world premieres and works by Arnold, Fletcher and McCabe will provide Black Dyke's contribution to the forthcoming 'Best of Brass Festival' in Halifax next month.
Video short heralds Willebroek initiative
June 15, 2021
A short video taster has been launched to tempt players to join the Willebroek Academy in August.
Scottish entertainment curtailed
June 15, 2021
There is a set back to an early live competition return in Scotland as the popular West of Scotland Entertainment contest is cancelled.
4BR Monday interview with Jim Hayes
June 14, 2021
We manage to catch up with the man behind the secret cornet agent Jonny Midnight following his latest CD release.
New trainees wanted for the judge's bench
June 14, 2021
The Association of Brass Band Adjudicators has more trainee spots available for those wanting to become judges.
Bandstand return for Black Dyke
June 14, 2021
Queensbury band to undertake 'Bandstand Tour' as part of their Culture Recovery Fund return
Dutch Opens up a little smaller
June 13, 2021
The Dutch Open will take place next month as a 'Mini Festival' rather than a full blown contest weekend.
Black Dyke and NASUWT Riverside to feature at Durham Brass 2021
June 12, 2021
The acclaimed Durham Brass Festival will see headline performances featuring Black Dyke and NASUWT Riverside Brass.
